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The RSPCA has said a biker who transported a dog in a bag on the back of a Honda motorcycle put the pet "at serious risk of injury".

A video posted by a Nottingham man showing the dog being buffeted by wind on the back of a Honda Gold Wing has been viewed thousands of times on social media.

The video shows a small dog on the Honda as it travels at some speed down what looks like a dual carriageway.

The dog is in a bag on the back of the bike, with its head poking out the top.

More than 4,500 people have so far watched the video posted by Nottingham twitter user @IAMBRU_UK on Sunday morning (December 2).

He posted it with the comment, 'Big up this dog firmzin 80mph winds'.

It's not clear where exactly the video was taken.

An RSPCA spokesperson said: “Transporting a dog on the back of a motorcycle in this way is very dangerous and puts the pet at serious risk of injury.

"Also with the speed, the noise and the wind it could be a very frightening experience for the dog."

They added: “Under The Welfare of Animals (Transport) (England) Order 2006, and The Welfare of Animals (Transport) (Wales) Order 2007, an animal must not be transported in a way that causes, or is likely to cause, injury or unnecessary suffering to that animal.

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“It is also important that a dog is suitably restrained in a vehicle so that it doesn't distract the driver or injure them if the vehicle stops quickly (UK Highway Code).

"The RSPCA therefore recommends that dogs are both secure and comfortable while they are being transported.”

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